Zelenskyy responds to overnight strike on Odesa region and drone crash in Romania.

Moscow’s assault on Odesa Oblast and the Romanian drone incident

According to Espreso.tv: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has addressed a nighttime attack by Moscow on the Odesa region, as well as an incident involving a Russian drone in Romania. The overnight strike targeted civilian infrastructure in Odesa Oblast, according to his statement.

In addition, during the night of May 29, a Russian unmanned aerial vehicle crossed into Romanian airspace and crashed onto the roof of an apartment building in the city of Galați. The impact sparked a fire that left two people injured.

We wish the injured a speedy recovery.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy

The president also confirmed Ukraine’s readiness to assist Romania in dealing with the situation:

We are prepared to support Romania in any way necessary under these circumstances.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy expressed hope that the European Union’s upcoming sanctions against Russia would be 'truly tough' and force Moscow to face the consequences of its actions.

Rising tensions across the region

These events are part of an ongoing escalation in the conflict that is raising alarm not only in Ukraine but also among neighboring countries. The drone incident in Romania highlights the risks faced by European nations and may prompt tighter security measures within the EU.

Zelenskyy’s remarks underscore Ukraine’s commitment to international cooperation in countering threats from Russia, a stance that could shape future ties between Kyiv and its Western allies.